4 Safety Precautions
3.3
Symbols
The symbols may appear on the pressure
washer, the spraying equipment, the 3-in 1 noz‐
zle or the detergent bottle. Their meaning is as
follows:
In this position, the fan-jet nozzle is set on
the 3-in 1 nozzle.
In this position, the rotary nozzle is set on
the 3-in 1 nozzle.
In this position, a weak water jet is set on
the 3-in-1 nozzle and cleaning agent can
be added.
Adjust the 3-in-1 nozzle only when the
lever of the spray gun is not pressed.
In this position, the retaining latch unlocks
the lever.
In this position, the retaining latch locks the
lever.
Drain the detergent bottle before trans‐
port or secure it so that it cannot topple
over and cannot move.
Do not dispose of the product with domes‐
tic waste.
Guaranteed sound power level in
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accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC
WA
in dB(A) for the purpose of comparing
the sound emissions of products.
These symbols indicate original STIHL
spare parts and original STIHL acces‐
sories.
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Safety Precautions
4.1
Warning Symbols
The warning symbols on the high-pressure
washer have the following meanings:
Observe safety notices and take the
necessary precautions.
Read, understand and keep the User
Manual.
Wear safety glasses.
– Do not direct the water jet at
people and animals.
– Do not direct the water jet at
electrical systems, electrical
connections, sockets and live
cables.
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– Do not direct the water jet at
electrical appliances and the
high-pressure washer itself.
If the connecting cable or the extension
cord is damaged: Unplug the mains
plug from the socket.
Do not connect the high-pressure
washer directly to the drinking water
main.
Switch off high-pressure washer during
breaks from operation and before
transport, storage, servicing or repair.
Do not use, transport and store the
high-pressure washers at temperatures
below 0 °C.
4.2
Intended Use
The STIHL RE 100.0 PLUS CONTROL high-
pressure washer is used to clean vehicles, trail‐
ers, patios, paths and facades, for example.
The high-pressure washer is not suitable for
commercial use.
The high-pressure washer must not be used in
the rain.
WARNING
■ Using the high-pressure washer other than for
its intended use can result in serious injuries
or death and damage to property.
► Always use the high-pressure washer as
described in this user manual.
The STIHL RE 100.0 PLUS CONTROL high-
pressure washer is not designed to be used for:
– Cleaning asbestos cement and similar surfa‐
ces
– Cleaning surfaces painted or varnished with
paints containing lead
– Cleaning surfaces which come into contact
with foodstuffs
– Cleaning the high-pressure washer itself
4.3
Requirements concerning the
user
WARNING
■ Users who have not received instruction are
not aware of and cannot assess the dangers
of the pressure washer. The user or other peo‐
ple may be seriously injured or killed.
► Read the Instruction Manual, make
sure you have understood it and
keep it in a safe place for reference.
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